Dr. James Passarelli

Assistant Professor

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Biography

James Passarelli, MD, is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at the Yale School of Medicine, specializing in Bariatric and Minimally Invasive Surgery. He graduated from New York Medical College in 1989 and completed his surgical training at SUNY Upstate in 1994. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Passarelli has developed expertise in laparoscopic surgery, hernia repairs, and colorectal surgery. He uses the latest minimally invasive robotic techniques, significantly improving patient outcomes and reducing hospital stays. Previously recognized as a Connecticut Magazine Top Doc from 2007 to 2016, Dr. Passarelli is committed to educating his patients about their surgical options and aims to alleviate their fears regarding surgery. He emphasizes the importance of a surgeon's role in both performing surgical procedures and providing emotional support to patients during their journey.

Research Interests

Requirements for Yale University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Statement of academic purpose
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Application fee ($105)
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Administered via the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS). GRE General is optional for PhD.